Dictionary of Pali Proper Names v2.c36.349
Dictionary of Pāli Proper Names v2.c36.349
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v2.c36.349
7. Saṅkha.—A general of Kittisirimegha; he lived in Badalatthali. The king entrusted him with the celebrations in connection with the upanayana-ceremony of Parakkamabāhu (afterwards Parakkamabāhu I.). When Parakkamabāhu returned to Badalatthali in his tour of preparation, Saṅkha welcomed him and paid him all honour. But Parakkamabāhu proved treacherous and had him slain.¹